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Why Trump can't stop the US's green energy transition

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November 12, 2025

The Trump administration has been canceling green energy projects. Despite the political headwinds, some US organizations are moving forward with renewable energy and providing alternative energy sources for local communities.

Solar panel installations continue across the US, even as federal support for clean energy faces setbacks. The Trump administration canceled the $7 billion "Solar for All" program, reversing Biden-era efforts to expand solar access for low-income households. States and advocacy groups are fighting back through lawsuits, while experts say market forces — driven by steep cost reductions in renewables — will keep the energy transition moving forward.

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